DSK Legal represents Dharma Productions in Section 9 arbitration petition against Humble Motion Pictures FZCO
The leading law firm in India, DSK Legal, represents Dharma Productions Pvt. Ltd. (“Dharma”) in a Section 9 petition under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, against Humble Motion Pictures FZCO (“Humble”) in connection with the alleged wrongful termination of a Services Agreement relating to the Punjabi feature film “Vyaah Kartaare Da”.
Background of the dispute
Dharma Productions has filed the petition seeking to challenge the purported termination of the Services Agreement executed with Humble Motion Pictures FZCO.
Reliefs sought
Dharma has sought injunctive relief against Humble, restraining them from acting in furtherance of the purported termination. Additionally, the Petitioner has prayed for monetary relief against Humble amounting to approximately Rs. 7 Crores.
Court proceedings
The captioned Section 9 Petition was listed on February 12, 2026 before Hon’ble Justice Sandeep V. Marne. During the proceedings, the Counsel appearing for Humble sought additional time to file a reply. The matter is now scheduled to be listed on February 18, 2026 for final hearing.
Legal representation
For the Plaintiff, DSK Legal team appeared through Parag Khandhar (Partner), Chandrima Mitra (Partner), Anaheeta Verma, and Zara Dhanbhoora. The team was also assisted by Senior Counsel Surel Shah and Counsel Yash Momaya.
Conclusion
This arbitration petition highlights the increasing reliance on Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to secure urgent relief in commercial disputes and underscores the role of legal counsel in safeguarding contractual and monetary interests pending arbitration.
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